Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between Careable and a nursing agency?

In challenging times, the best outcomes are achieved as a result of planning, coordination and care management that are a result of experience and thoughtfulness. The Careable team brings a talented, multi-disciplinary approach that goes well beyond the delivery of nursing, personal support system and other organizations in the home. We consider family dynamics, personal circumstances, a multiplicity of medical conditions, collaborative coordination of public and private services, and consider not only immediate care needs but also changing circumstances and future needs. Our approach is practical and lead by a single care manager for consistency, confidentiality and continuity of care.

Q: Why hire us?

As Geriatric Care Managers, we are experienced Registered Nurses who can assess each individual and together, we can identify concerns and make recommendations regarding a course of action and cost the associated services required.

Here are some more reasons to hire us! We:
1. Navigate the healthcare system
2. Help elderly family members stay in their home even if complex care is required
3. Select and maintain personalized dedicated staff for each client
4. Manage complex and challenging medical conditions in the home or wherever home is
5. Assist in a healthcare crisis both in hospital and after discharge back in the home
6. Identify and document the associated costs of care of the family member
7. Identify and provide any or all additional services required
8. Function as a healthcare advocate for the elder person when in crisis at hospitals, having the expertise and knowledge to discuss health issue and outcomes with physicians and all healthcare personnel

Q: What is geriatric care management?

Geriatric Care Management (GCM) is the preventative and mitigatory approach to health care for older adults. A Geriatric Care Manager is a professional who creates and implements a practical plan to assist elders and their families with all aspects of daily care.

The GCM team is trained and experienced in any of several fields related to care management, including nursing, gerontology, social work, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nutrition, speech language therapy or psychology, with a specialized focus on issues related to aging and elder care needs.

Q: Who are our clients?

Typically, clients of a GCM are the adult children and families of older adults who, as a result of business, distance and other commitments are not able to manage the care of their loved ones. These children and relatives/friends nevertheless wish to fully understand the needs of their loved ones, receive guidance related to decision making and ensure appropriate delivery of essential care.
For these reasons, they retain an independent, professional GCM to stand in for them and actively intervene, monitor and report on the elderly relative.

Because a GCM is knowledgeable and skilled in all aspects and challenges of eldercare and various options for long term care, other professionals are increasingly relying on our knowledge to assist their clients as well. Accountants, geriatricians, lawyers, physicians and Trust Officers all have many elderly clients and the GCM is able to assist them in understanding the psychosocial and physiological issues for their aging client.

Q: How much does the initial assessment cost?

Our initial work is done to understand your family’s personal needs and develop a plan. All work is done on an agreed contract basis with published hourly rates, which are tax deductable as medical costs.

Q: Are services available 24/7?

Our team provides preventative supportive care based on a client’s needs in order to avert a crisis/hospital visit whenever possible. By anticipating changing medical conditions and with appropriate and timely interventions, we are able to reduce stress and improve quality of life. However, given the challenging circumstances that many of our clients find themselves in, we can respond on a 24/7 basis.

Call Carol for more information about the services we offer – 416-362-9176

Client Testimonials

Carol Edwards and her team at Careable were a lifeline our family needed when our elderly mother fell and was hospitalized preceding her passing. Carol skillfully manoeuvred the hospital’s regulations and protocol to ensure our family’s best interests and wishes were recognized and fulfilled. Carol was with us every step of the way and always available for any questions or concerns. I would highly recommend Carol and Careable.